At 9:33 p.m. last night, I read an email, announcing that I’d been afforded an awe inspiring opportunity by the Civita Institute. One that has named me as the recipient of their inaugural Drexler Family Diversity Fellowship for 2018. Knowing that, “The Drexler Family Diversity Fellowship is established to promote and encourage a more culturally and…

Given the climate of our country’s cultural landscape, and its affect on public opinions that have seemingly created a ripple effect on how we are collectively viewed. I have been busying myself by reviewing, researching, and reading various insightful books. Books that have formed a necessary foundation for the deep discussions that I find myself…

For those of you that have recently ‘liked’ and or subscribed to my blog here’s a little about my background along with a few of the things that I’m passionate about…thanks again for choosing to take part in my endeavors. Yours truly… Currently, I reside in the Pacific Northwest (of the United States) after having worked…

My role as a Collaborative Researcher allows me to produce digital maps as well as story maps of UNESCO natural & cultural heritage sites with the use of GIS technology and geospatial data. That being said, I have chosen to map the “Monumental Earthworks at Poverty Point and the Bayous (Bayou Maçon & Harlin) that…

Like many stargazers around the world, I’m truly looking forward to setting my sights on tonight’s Pink full moon as it glows intensely under the guise of the scorpion energy that flows deep inside of me. Matter of fact, many of you know that I relish in rituals that allow me to soothe my spirit…

In late November, I gifted myself a seasons worth of introductory level ‘Belly Dancing’ classes. You see, treating myself is what I do during my month long celebration, and at the time, I was certain doing so would make the new year even more fun…I haven’t been disappointed yet! Not only have the lessons lived up…

Last year, I made an agreement with myself to continue to treat my body with respect, take my time seriously and love every ounce of my frame. By continuously practicing these simple principles, I have witnessed an amazing transformation – not only within, but also in my outer appearance. One of my many goals as…

In late December, the 27th to be exact, I decided to take better care of my natural hair. This was brought on by the fact, that I’ve finally admitted to myself, that I’ve been utterly lazy when it comes to properly caring for my coily crown. In addition to noticing (with a bit of sorrow) that my hair isn’t as full as it once was…That being said, “It’s a new dawn. It’s a new day. It’s a new life. For me. And I’m feeling good.”, about the possibilities that this “healthy hair care challenge” will do for this mop atop my head.

In the upcoming weeks, I’ll be celebrating my 40th birthday…crazy doesn’t begin to describe that sudden realization forming in my ever analyzing mind. So, with that milestone approaching, in addition to the seasonal shifts taking place. I’ve been beginning to revamp my skincare regimens. However, to be honest, I don’t actually have any – other…

Lately, I have been concocting conditioners for my coils. Thanks to an article a dear friend (living in Indonesia) shared with me, entitled: 5 DIY Hair Mask. The timing of this invaluable information couldn’t have come at a better time, given we’re experiencing an extreme heat wave here in the Pacific Northwest. …and after spending…

Rarely does one find a story that captivates their attention solely by its cover alone, because we were all taught, “not to judge a book (let alone a person) by its cover”. However, from jump, I was utterly awestruck by the magnetically talented illustrations. They have a way of drawing the readers eyes along the…

Ever since I was an itty bitty thing, I’ve been mindfully aware of that age old saying, “You are what you eat.” So much so, that I dutifully read the ingredients of nearly everything in my parents home when I was a child (and still do for that matter). I suppose my fascination came from…